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BG08 BBJ

2008 Yamaha Yzf R1

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,319 mi
Last recorded5,319 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R112,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 BBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R1
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 May 2022 5,319 miles

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How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R1?

Based on 175,313 MOT tests across 16,804 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
16,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,994
reflector on motorcycle missing 1,865
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 687
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 543
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 450
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BG08 BBJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 12,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,994 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG08 BBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG08 BBJ registered?

BG08 BBJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R1, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is BG08 BBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 BBJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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